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About Sidus Space

Sidus Space is an innovative space and defense technology company offering satellite manufacturing, technology integration, AI-driven space-based data solutions, and space hardware manufacturing. Headquartered on Florida's Space Coast, we operate a 35,000-square-foot manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing facility near launch facilities.

The Role

We seek a Thermal Engineer to perform thermal analysis, modeling, and testing of circuit cards, electronic assemblies, and satellite components. You will ensure system reliability and performance in harsh space environments.

What You'll Do

• Perform detailed thermal analyses on circuit cards, electronic assemblies, and spacecraft hardware using industry-standard tools
• Develop thermal models to support design decisions for satellites and other space systems
• Evaluate thermal performance, identify potential issues, and propose design improvements
• Support thermal vacuum testing, thermal cycling, and environmental qualification
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to integrate thermal considerations into designs
• Prepare technical documentation, analysis reports, and presentations for design reviews
• Work with manufacturing and test teams to ensure design intent throughout the product lifecycle
• Support mechanical design projects as required

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 3 or more years of experience in thermal analysis or thermal engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in spacecraft or satellite thermal design
• Proficiency with thermal analysis software such as Thermal Desktop, SINDA/FLUINT, ESATAN, or similar tools
• 2 or more years of mechanical design experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks

Bonus Skills

• Experience with CFD tools or heat transfer simulation software
• Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and design requirements
• Experience with satellite integration and test
• Experience supporting environmental testing (TVAC, thermal cycling)
• Familiarity with high-density circuit cards analysis and electronic packaging
• Familiarity with reliability engineering and component derating for space applications

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing or walking on hard surfaces
• Ability to travel less than 10 percent
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Total Rewards

• Competitive salary
• Best-in-class benefit program with generous employer-paid portion
• 401(k) matching on Day One
• Paid time off (vacation and sick days) and 11 paid holidays
• Adjustable stand-up desks
• Employee referral bonus program
• Educational assistance and professional training opportunities
• Company social events

Eligibility Requirements

All candidates will be subject to background investigation and drug screening. To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

This position is onsite in Cape Canaveral, Florida.